South Africa
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Desktop Support Manager

Average Desktop Support Manager Salary in South Africa

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R457,860
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 369k
MEDIAN
ZAR 458k
75%
ZAR 499k

The average salary for a Desktop Support Manager is R457,860 in 2025

Base Salary
R369k - R499k
Bonus
R49k - R69k
Total Pay
R390k - R557k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Mar 01 2023)
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What Do Desktop Support Managers Do?

Desktop Support Manager Tasks
  • Oversee desktop services team, including evaluation and training.
  • Track data and write reports on team objectives and metrics.
  • Assign and coach support specialists through new and routine tasks.
  • Test and update existing and new software to ensure compatibility and utility.
  • Monitor and maintain desktop services throughout the organization, assigning resources to ensure operations.
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Common Health Benefits for a Desktop Support Manager

Medical
80%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Desktop Support Managers

Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Desktop Support Managers

What is the highest pay for Desktop Support Managers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Desktop Support Manager is ZARNaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Desktop Support Managers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Desktop Support Manager is ZARNaN / year

How can Desktop Support Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Desktop Support Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Desktop Support Manager that oversees more junior Desktop Support Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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